KAISEI MARU (IMO 8998320)
KAISEI MARU is a General Cargo Ship built in 2005 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,600 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 499. Given its specifications, it is configured for smaller-scale cargo operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not an IACS member. Recent observation data indicates the vessel has been active in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 431200676
- Call sign: JD2081
- Gross tonnage: 499
- Deadweight: 1600 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SHINKO SANGYO KK (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 33°5.3′N · 131°52.6′E · Speed 11.2 kn · received 31 May 2026 at 06:46 UTC
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of KAISEI MARU?
KAISEI MARU is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2005 and is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for KAISEI MARU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,600 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 499.
Which flag does KAISEI MARU fly?
The vessel currently flies the Japan flag. It has previously operated under 2 different flag states during its career.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Where has KAISEI MARU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This area represents its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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